Beautifully Broken With DawnRanae

Today is a re-release of a previous episode because it is THAT good... and it's a New Year and it's time to get some GOOD Dating advice from an expert!!! DON'T FORGET TO RATE, SUBSCRIBE AND SHARE!

It's that time of year when memories of years gone by, Holidays with family and friends no longer in our lives, no longer in this earth come to mind with fervor. But it's also I time to sit in these moments, this time and space and enjoy what and who you do have in your life. I hope you all take time to do just that, and spread your joy in living with those around you.Don't forget to RATE, COMMENT & SHARE this podcast IG @dawnranae_h FB @dawnhanlon #theheartneverforgets #loveisthemagic #familyisforever #suicideawareness #speakoutreachout #mentalhealthsupport #youarenotalone #speakyourtruth #takecareofyou #believeinyou #griefandloss #depressionlies #widowjourney #journeythroughgrief #mentalhealthwarrior #beyourownhero #selfempowerment #Selfspeakmatters #beautifullybroken #thedarknessisreal #depressionisreal #griefisnojoke #um2m #umatter2me #together2022 #stopsuicide --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/beautifullybroken/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/beautifullybroken/support

The dreaded List...if you've been on a dating app you know the one I'm talking about. The one where he says he wants a girl who loves to wear dresses and have dinner on the table when he walks in the door, is fit and athletic and never smokes, drinks,curses or has any tattoos; the one where she says he MUST be over 6 feet tall, have a six pack (abs, not beer), no baby mama drama and will worship the ground his lady walks on... I know, right? None of these take into account WHO someone is on the inside. What kind of personality they have, their goals and dreams and if their weird matches your weird! Maybe the better list to make would be the one you make about yourself... the one with the things you bring to a relationship that make you a good catch for that perfect-for-you person? Or at least look at your list and see how many boxes you check off before you add The List to your dating profile! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/beautifullybroken/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/beautifullybroken/support

Yep. Many of us have it, at least to some degree. But it's not something we talk about. It's not an acceptable topic of conversation in polite company. Maybe that needs to change? Maybe I want it to change, to bring the things no one talks about out into the mainstream collective conscious of the world. Today's episode is me doing exactly that... being open and honest and fully transparent about my Survivor Guilt. Hopefully, it will help you if you are dealing with it too. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/beautifullybroken/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/beautifullybroken/support

I am so glad you're here, listening to todays episode. It's a conversation with my dear friend, Pam. She's an amazing woman, beautiful inside and out, has the heart of an angel and a the soul of a warrior... Can you believe that such an awesome lady is having trouble in the dating game? Yeah, I was just as surprised as you ! Today we talk about the real issues we all face when entering the dating realm, the funny and the not so funny. The one thing I have found in talking with Pam, is that we are all going through similar experiences. Men, Women, Wealthy, Middle class, divorced, widowed, live in the south, the east, the west... no matter who we are, or where we live... WE HAVE ALL HAD SIMILAR EXPERIENCES! I know! What the heck is up with that? Pam & I may not have the answers, but we sure did have a great conversation. Enjoy! Remember to Share, Like & Comment on this podcast! I love feedback & can be reached at IG @dawnranae_h FB @dawn ranae website: www.ColorMeEverything.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/beautifullybroken/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/beautifullybroken/support

Have you felt overwhelmed by a situation, an event, a task, or even a person in your life? Try taking a step back and looking at it, or then, from a different point of view... A different perspective. You might just find out that there is a whole new way of dealing with, getting through, or accomplishing that thing that seemed to be too much to bear!Don't forget to RATE, COMMENT & SHARE this podcast

Dating... Online, In Real Life, Setups by well friends... No matter how we go about this Dating Game, we are putting ourselves out there, right? What if you are short changing yourself by Swiping Left, by walking away from an awesome person without giving your number, because YOU think they wouldn't be interested in you. Because YOU think they are out of your league? Before you swipe left or walk away again, STOP

Four years ago I was in Europe. To be exact, I was in Rome, experiencing my husband's Bucket List trip to see all the wonders of that ancient city, the Vatican and the Pope. It was a difficult trip, but my sister and her family were with me, I had my husband's ashes to leave in special places along the journey... And I had FAITH that I was doing what I needed to do to help me to begin to heal my shattered heart. Along the journey through Rome, and the other cities I visited, I found things to be grateful and thankful for; the stranger on the plane who let me hold his arm when the flight got rough, the flight attendant who made sure I had wine or coffee at all times, the smiles of the locals who spoke almost no English, but gave me a hug when I broke into tears in the Orange Garden on Aventine Hill... Known as the most romantic place in Rome. Kindness, compassion and empathy from strangers did a lot to restore my sense of gratitude for all that the Universe has in store for me... And, although I may stumble along the way, I am open and ready to receive all that is for me with thankfulness and a grateful heart Don't forget to RATE, COMMENT & SHARE this podcast IG @dawnranae_h FB @dawnhanlon #suicideawareness #speakoutreachout #mentalhealthsupport #youarenotalone #speakyourtruth #takecareofyou #believeinyou #griefandloss #depressionlies #widowjourney #journeythroughgrief #empowermentmentor #thankfulgratefulheart #gratitudemakestheattitude #mentalhealthwarrior #beyourownhero #selfempowerment #Selfspeakmatters #beautifullybroken #thedarknessisreal #depressionisreal #griefisnojoke #um2m #umatter2me #together2022 #stopsuicide --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/beautifullybroken/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/beautifullybroken/support

Today I have a conversation with my dear friend, and fellow widowed folk, about Dating after Loss. Getting a man's perspective was enlightening, but it also pointed out that men & women are having similar experiences, desire the same things. Charles is open about the importance of being honest and authentic from the very beginning, NO MATTER WHAT! Thank You Charles for being real, raw and your AMAZING self! Remember to LIKE, COMMENT & SHARE this podcast !  You can reach me at: IG: @ DawnRanae_h     FB: @ Dawn Hanlon PLEASE check out my new webstore: Color Me Everything --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/beautifullybroken/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/beautifullybroken/support

It's been nearly 3 years since COVID came into the World... And man! Has it over stayed it's unwelcome visit. In this time Millions have been ill, Millions have died, and Millions have survived the initial infection, only to discover that COVID can leave behind it's insidious, and more devastating, relative called Long COVID. I found something I wrote on 9/11/2022 ... I have no memory of writing it. I know it must have taken me hours to write. I know I must have been in the depths of despair on that day, but nothing about that specific day stands out as a reason... Because no reason is needed, other than, this is my life. Day to day, sometimes hour to hour or minute to minute, I force myself to acknowledge/accept/adapt to my reality in that moment, to deal with and live in, the present. Every day I try to stay in the present... Depression is living in the past, anxiety is living in the future, peace is living in the present. It may not be a peace that brings joy and contentment, but rather a peace that I am, that we are, doing the best we can in that time and place. And understanding, accepting, that our best, no matter how meager it may seem, is always enough❤️

We have all been there... message fly back & forth, a phone call or video chat, you meet IRL and it goes well! Yay! But then you see the texts are shorter, or even worse, only come every few days. I get that people are busy. I get that work, family obligations and life happen. But is it really that hard to find 3 seconds to text good morning or thinking of you? If I'm not worth 3 seconds of their time, should I even keep reaching out? Am I supposed to tell them this is not working for me and move on? How many chances do you give before you throw in the towel... 1, 2, 3? OK in my head I hears the tootsie roll pop Owl counting the licks to the center of the tootsie roll pop. And yes, I am THAT old. That's why I have no idea what the rules for texting and dating are! I'm going to Google the rules and see what some of line expert has to say... unless one of you has some good advice for the rest of us you can share. And yes, I know... I'm too nice, too kind, too forgiving... but hey! I'm working on that

Courage... the definition, according to the Webster Dictionary is : mental or moral strength to venture, persevere, and withstand danger, Fear or difficulty. Sounds simple, and yet, is probably the hardest thing to do. A quote from JRR Tolkien, author of The Hobbit and Lord of the Rings series says, "Courage is found in unlikely places". I like that. It makes me feel like courage is not just for Super Heros. That maybe, just maybe, any one can be courageous, and in so being, do amazing things in this world. Just like those Hobbits did in all those wonderful books and movies, just like so many ordinary people do, every single day. So go on, take a chance to set your fears aside and be courageous! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/beautifullybroken/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/beautifullybroken/support

Have you ever wondered how on earth we are supposed to navigate this NEW WORLD OF DATING? Yeah, I have too.  And I figured the best way to get the answers inquiring minds NEED TO KNOW was to go right to the professional. My conversation with Christine today is filled with laughter, bloops, and a ton of information and insight from someone who does Dating and Relationship Coaching for a living! Oh, and she is widowed, so she is actually speaking from her own experience in this (cess)pool we call dating in the 21st century. I hope you enjoy listening to today's episode as much as we enjoyed making it. If you want some help, have questions, shoot want to watch her Show  check out the links below: Watch Christine and Barry Talk about being single, dating and anything and everything related on  www.GoingSolonetwork.com -  Let's Talk Dating  -Every Thursday @1pm PT/3pm CT/4pm ET  Check out the laest episode here! https://youtu.be/auFOejT5-KA Christine's contacts: website: www.ThePerfectCatch.com Email: Christine@thePerfectCatch.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/beautifullybroken/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/beautifullybroken/support

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Today's Thoughtful Thursday sponsored by www.ColorMeEverything.com the I knew store for Gifts and More! Life hands out lemons and you make lemonade, right? Well, if you're me, you're probably wishing they were limes so you could make a margarita instead. What I have come to realize is that even when we don't get what we want, don't have the life we expected and worked so hard for... we have still been given something worth paying attention to. We have been learning Lessons along the way, about ourselves, the people in our lives, and hopefully those lessons are helping you to become the person you are meant to be, and to find a way to live your life to the fullest. At least that's what I think they're supposed to do, but then I'm still over here waiting for a bunch of limes to magically appear

We all have that one relationship, the one that felt so right, was so easy, had that connection that was so complete in every way... The one you let your self doubts, insecurities and lack of communication ruin. It's also the one that is the one that you can't stop thinking about, that has you wondering what if... Those kinds of connections, those chances do not come along often, and isn't something that felt so good, so right, so wonderful deserve a Do-Over, Redo, second chance... A Mulligan? --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/beautifullybroken/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/beautifullybroken/support

Today begins my Thankful Thoughtful Thursday series... each Thursday until the end of 2022 I'll read a journal entry, a poem, a positive message... Something to help you find a reason to slow down, catch your breath and remember just what the Hpliday Season is all about. Whether you are Christian, Jewish, Buddhist, Muslim... does not matter. What matters is that we all remember that everyone is beautiful and should be treated with kindness and love, every single day. And what better time of year than Now! DON'T FORGET TO LIKE, SHARE AND COMMENT!                     

Let's face it... dating today is nothing like dating 30 years ago... heck it isn't even like dating 10 years ago at least that's what I've heard, but since I've not dated since 1984 , I wouldn't know. Today I talk about just one of my recent dating adventures, about online dating apps and trying to create a profile that doesn't make you seem materialistic or demanding, or like a job description for Indeed. If you've had some experience in this new world of online, or have actually met someone in person, I'd love to have a conversation with you about your experiences, get your take on this whole dating game, and find out what you've learned that works, or maybe what doesn't. Just DM me in FB or hit me up on IG to get your conversation with me scheduled! Don't forget to COMMENT, LIKE & SHARE this podcast IG @dawnranae_h FB @dawnhanlon. #adventuresindating #thedatinggame #datingafterloss #tryingtodate #reallifedating #findingtherightone #speakoutreachout #mentalhealthsupport #youarenotalone #speakyourtruth #takecareofyou #believeinyou #griefandloss #depressionlies #widowjourney #journeythroughgrief #mentalhealthwarrior #beyourownhero #selfempowerment #Selfspeakmatters #beautifullybroken #um2m #umatter2me #together2022 --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/beautifullybroken/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/beautifullybroken/support

Beautifully Broken With DawnRanae if you have been going thru a dark or trying season in life then this podcast is for you! We are all Beautifully Broken, perfectly imperfect... The brokenness allows our inner light to shine out as the old, no longer relevant parts of us fall away ... So that we can find others like ourselves, and together we can get through the darkness. Don't forget to COMMENT, LIKE & SHARE this podcast IG @dawnranae_h FB @dawnhanlon #suicideawareness #speakoutreachout #mentalhealthsupport #youarenotalone #speakyourtruth #takecareofyou #believeinyou #griefandloss #depressionlies #widowjourney #journeythroughgrief #mentalhealthwarrior #beyourownhero #selfempowerment #Selfspeakmatters #beautifullybroken #thedarknessisreal #depressionisreal #griefisnojoke #um2m #umatter2me #together2022 #stopsuicide --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/beautifullybroken/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/beautifullybroken/support

I haven't done a RTT in a while, and can't think of a reason why! So here ya go... a Real Talk Tuesday... on a Monday... because something in my heart said Just Do It! If you, or someone you know, has survivors guilt... take a listen and then let me know what you think about my thoughts on being a survivor.DONT FORGET TO LIKE, SHARE AND COMMENT!

Today is the final week of my Season if Rest. I have used this transitional month... The month that takes us from summer into fall... Where the weather changes so drastically from hazy, hot & humid to cool, breezy... When the days become much shorter and the nights so very much longer... To make some little changes to my daily routine that will help me to cope with the hectic Holiday season around the corner, and to help manage my Season Affective Disorder (SAD) that hits pretty hard around the beginning of the new year. It's a real issue that many people struggle with that causes anxiety, depression and a decreased sense of self. By adding a few minutes of meditation and yoga stretches to the start of my day, and a few minutes of relaxation breathing, a walk or some light exercises to my evening routine I have found that I can start the day in a better space emotionally and mentally and that I am able to relax and let go of the stress of the day, which leads to a better night's sleep. All the problems may not go away, the stress is still there, the doubts and fears ... But I have found that I am able to manage them in a healthier way when I am emotionally and mentally in a better place. My hope is that you will find that making a few small changes sets you up for a happier and healthier you as we go into the next season of life! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/beautifullybroken/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/beautifullybroken/support

You Are is a poem I wrote for my husband, or so I thought. Once I had finished it, I realized that it was also how I feel about my relationship with my God, higher power, the Universe... My desire is that in my words, and thoughts today, you may find some words of wisdom, of comfort, of guidance that can help you to find your way through the tough times.Don't forget to COMMENT, LIKE & SHARE this podcast IG @dawnranae_h FB @dawnhanlon. #suicideawareness #speakoutreachout #mentalhealthsupport #youarenotalone #speakyourtruth #takecareofyou #believeinyou #griefandloss #depressionlies #widowjourney #journeythroughgrief #mentalhealthwarrior #beyourownhero #selfempowerment #Selfspeakmatters #beautifullybroken #thedarknessisreal #depressionisreal #griefisnojoke #um2m #umatter2me #together2022 #stopsuicide --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/beautifullybroken/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/beautifullybroken/support

Today is week 2 of my Season of Rest series. I wrote this when I was feeling really alone in the world, feeling like all my choices , my dreams, had been stolen from me. But, when I found it in my notes, and read it, I realized that I do have choices. How I respond to the things beyond my control, how I find an inner strength and empower myself to continue to forge ahead, in spite of the set backs and losses... When life seemingly took away my choices, I found a way to take back my power and believe in myself again. I hope that the words I have written inspire you to see your inner strength, to take back your power to move through the Darkness too. Not My Choice By DawnRanae I will do what must be done the choice was not mine To walk this world alone To struggle with all the trials, To revel in my triumphs With no one by my side I do what must be done. Because to chose not to do so. Would let the Darkness win. It knows my pain and sorrow. My fears and insecurities All that from the outside world I hide... Listen to hear the rest of the story! Don't forget to COMMENT, LIKE & SHARE this podcast IG @dawnranae_h FB @dawnhanlon. #suicideawareness #speakoutreachout #mentalhealthsupport #youarenotalone #speakyourtruth #takecareofyou #believeinyou #griefandloss #depressionlies #widowjourney #journeythroughgrief #mentalhealthwarrior #beyourownhero #selfempowerment #Selfspeakmatters #beautifullybroken #thedarknessisreal #depressionisreal #griefisnojoke #um2m #umatter2me #together2022 #stopsuicide --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/beautifullybroken/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/beautifullybroken/support

We all need a break... I have decided that September is my Season if Rest. Today's poem is one I wrote in late February of 2021 while learning to read and write and put thoughts into words while recovering from the worst part, the most devastating effects, of my COVID infection. I had to learn to write and read, had to overcome the jumble of thoughts that had no meaning, made no sense in my head. It was hard, it was frustrating, but I found that writing poetry and short stories, journaling, we're helpful to my healing. Not only for the reading, writing and thought processing, but for my emotional healing as well. I have learned many lessons in my lifetime, some good, some bad, some painful and others filled with joy and peace. I hope that my reading today gives you a few moments of peace, of much deserved rest. As always... Take care of you, if you don't who will? Remember to comment, like and share my podcast ! You can reach me on IG @dawnranae_h and on FB @dawnhanlon --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/beautifullybroken/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/beautifullybroken/support

Bring me you tired, your broken, your weary... That's you, isn't it? Did you know that IT IS OK TO REST! September is the beginning of the Season of Rest for all the parents who have been trying to entertain bored children all summer... thank goodness for school! Right? Now is the time to give yourself permission to take a break... to REST, to SHOW YOURSELF THE LOVE AND CARE YOU DESERVE! With no regrets, guilt or negative self thoughts. That's what I'm going to do and to help you make time for you, every Thursday I will read some of my poetry, prose or something that makes me feel good. Please join me every week and DONT FORGET TO LIKE, SHARE AND COMMENT! IG@dawnranae_h & FB@dawnhanlon --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/beautifullybroken/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/beautifullybroken/support

Yep... due to popular demand I am creating a series with stories of dating after the loss of a spouse? A divorce, any life altering event. And I want to hear YOUR STORY! Dm me @dawn Hanlon on FB or @dawnranae_h on IG to tell me YOUR STORY today! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/beautifullybroken/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/beautifullybroken/support

You know that song? The one on the movie with the princess who turns things to ice with a touch? Yeah... you know what I'm talking about. Let It Go is the song everyone thinks of when they think of the movie... but not me! That song is my mantra to self discovery and self growth! That song plays on my head over and over and over whenever I need to remind myself to LET THE PAST GO! The past people, the past experiences, the guilt, the self degradation and doubt... ALL of it has to go in order to be healthy and while again. We may not be able to let it go with ease, but that's ok. It is a part of our journey. And we really do need to Trust the Journey... even when we don't understand it

What is your why? Why do you do what you do? Is it for personal gain? To help others? To fulfill a purpose put on your heart? Or, perhaps, like me, you've forgotten your reason... have gotten lost in the struggles and pain of your life and lost your way. My hope is that you will hear my story and it will help you to find your way, your purpose, your Why --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/beautifullybroken/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/beautifullybroken/support

Forget that Bucket List... Make an unfinished list instead! Yep... Write down all the things you've started and left undone. Now, start finishing them, one by one. Doesn't matter if it takes a day, or a week, to get each one finished... The accomplishment and power you give back to yourself when you complete each task is invaluable! Try it for a week and let me know how it feels to take back control of your life! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/beautifullybroken/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/beautifullybroken/support

Do you have a closet, a desk, a room that is filled with stuff you no longer use or need? We all do. This week I challenge you to declutter, purge, downsize... whatever you want to call it, and let thise things go. The things do not hold the memories or your emotions... thisbare forever in your heart and mind! Start with one area in your home, or your car, boat or camper, and get rid of the things that are cluttering your physical space. You just might be surprised at how this opens you up to decluttering your mental and emotional spaces too! Give it a try and let me know how it goes for you. Me? I've got a closet that definitely needs some attention! I'm going to get right on that... I hope you take the time to tackle your cluttered space too! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/beautifullybroken/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/beautifullybroken/support

Hello Beautiful! Yes, YOU! That's what you say when you look in the mirror each day, right? If it isn't, then maybe you should. How we speak to ourselves can change everything we think about ourselves, our lives, our purpose. Give it a try... Remember to comment, like and Share this podcast! IG@Dawnranae_h FB@dawn hanlon --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/beautifullybroken/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/beautifullybroken/support

You've heard of catch and release. But what about control and release? It's time to take control of only that which you actually have control over... And release the rest. Try it for just one day... I bet you will find life is a little easier, sleep comes more quickly and might even be restful! Go ahead... Give it a try and let me know how it worked out for you. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/beautifullybroken/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/beautifullybroken/support

Kindness... Such a small thing, and yet so powerful! Taking time to give kindness to others really isn't all that hard... But showing that same Kindness to yourself? Can you do it? --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/beautifullybroken/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/beautifullybroken/support

Learning to be still- to settle the mind, body and soul - sounds a little out there, right? But believe me, when you sit with intention and let your mind be still, even if only for a few minutes a day, you just might be surprised at how much different you feel about the world around you, and the you that you are becoming! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/beautifullybroken/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/beautifullybroken/support

Remember that worry and fear will take all the joy out of life... So leave yesterday behind and make today the best day it can be! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/beautifullybroken/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/beautifullybroken/support

Every one knows grief. We have all been through a Season of Grief, but that doesn't mean we have to away there. That we can't find ways of being happy, of finding ourselves again, if only for a little while, as we traverse this Season of pain and sorrow, of loss and feeling broken. Because we really are all broken, but that does not mean we are not worthy of all that we want on our lives... and remembering that, finding ways to come back to who you were... that is how you can find a way through the Season you're in. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/beautifullybroken/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/beautifullybroken/support

It's a real talk Tuesday and I am definitely letting some real stuff out today! Realtionships... We all have them. With coworkers, neighbors, family and friends. Some are healthy and some... Not so much. Today I talk about my most important relationship... The one with Me, Myself and I. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/beautifullybroken/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/beautifullybroken/support

We all have those people in our lives... the complainers, the whiners, the ones who NEVER see the bright side of a situation, only the dark. What do you do about them? Why do we keep them around? Maybe, just maybe, they need you more than you know. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/beautifullybroken/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/beautifullybroken/support

Today I open up about what my life is really like. The loneliness and feelings of being totally on my own. But also, how I choose every day to do the best I can, for me, and for all of you. Choices may have been made for me, taken away from me, but I still have the choice on how I respond and react to the things that happen to me. I hope that my truth helps you to see a way to keep making the choices that are best for you, no matter where you are in life... The only thing we really have control over, is how we chose to react to what we are given. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/beautifullybroken/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/beautifullybroken/support

Fear and depression are liars I've said it before, and I'll say it again... As many times as my heart is called to say it! Life throws a lot of crap at us, but we can choose to let that define who we are, dictate how we live our lives, or... We can make the choice every single day to send those lies packing, kick them to the curb, take back our power! Today I tell you how I do that, and believe me it ain't easy! But I am worth the effort, and so are you! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/beautifullybroken/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/beautifullybroken/support

Learn to Trust the Journey even when you don't Understand It this is a quote by Dorothy M Brown. In my search to find out who she is I found myself falling down the rabbit hole of google and wikipedia and Goodreads where I discovered another Dorothy Brown. Ms. Dorothy Lavinia Brown, an orphan from Nashville, a woman of color with no family, no support system, living in a South that did not give credence to the poor, to those of color or to women in general... And this Dorothy was all of these! But she was so very much more... She went to college, to medical school, became a woman doctor, became a state representative for Tennessee, became the first single black woman to adopt and child! She once said "I am proud to be a role model, not because I have done so much, but to say to young people it can be." The first African-American female surgeon in the South should be a role model to women every where... But that's my opinion, so check her out and decide for yourself! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/beautifullybroken/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/beautifullybroken/support

Today is about how even though we try to do everything exactly right... the results are often far from it. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/beautifullybroken/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/beautifullybroken/support

Today is the last episode in the Mental Health Awareness Month series... But don't worry, I have lots more tips coming up in the future to help you deal with, well, whatever it is you're dealing with! Did you know what you eat and drink can play a huge role in your mental, emotional and physical health? It's true! Today I talk about just a few of the things I use to help me get through some of the rough patches, and what I do everyday to help me stay as positive and emotionally healthy as possible. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/beautifullybroken/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/beautifullybroken/support

It's another real talk Tuesday and yep... My head is full of stuff, stuff and more stuff. Some of it is useful, but a whole lot of it is just there to prevent me from dealing with things I really don't have, or can't find, the energy to deal with at this point in time. Maybe any point in time. So... If your mind won't turn off at night, or you have those strange, and meaningless conversations with yourself at any time of day or night... You might be having the same problem, or rather, self defense mechanism I am. As always... Comment, like and Share this episode with anyone you think needs it ... And those who don't too! You can find me on IG @dawnranae_h and on FB @dawning with color --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/beautifullybroken/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/beautifullybroken/support

May is Mental health awareness month. So as today is Thursday, I am giving you some, very likely, much needed information about stress...and how you can help reduce it's negative affects on your mental, emotional and physical health. Try the exercise I describe and see for yourself just how much a few minutes of self care can change how you feel!You can find me on IG@dawnranae_h & FB@dawningwithcolor And as I am an overachiever check out my blog at www.dawningwithcolor.blogspot.com and don't forget to comment, like and share this podcast with everyone you know... Ok, almost every one you know

Sharing some of the truths I've learned about myself the past few weeks... And about where I want to go and how to make my dreams and wishes come true. Some things I discovered totally surprised me and some just confirmed what I already knew... That I am ready to give love, and to receive love, and that I will never settle again. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/beautifullybroken/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/beautifullybroken/support

My new series for Mental Health Awareness Month is about making time for you to help reduce stress, anxiety and feelings of unworthiness and failure. Each week I will guide you through an exercise for grounding, calming and, hopefully, bring peace and insight into your day. I encourage you to write any thoughts or feelings you have during the exercise down and then take a look at the meaning or theme they take. Oftentimes, our subconscious is trying to tell us something important, but we just don't take the time to listen. That's what this series is about... Helping you to hear what you are trying to tell yourself! Please like, share and comment on my IG: @dawnranae_h or on FB @dawningwithcolor for more Himalayan breath work go to: www.breathewriteconnect.com and check out the schedule of classes available by Lori Stott. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/beautifullybroken/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/beautifullybroken/support

Today's episode is a reflection on life's failures... Or as I call them lessons learned. How I have found myself reevaluating my past hopes and dreams and am finding ways to meld them into my future dreams. How leaving behind the past and living in this time and place, even if this is not where you wish to remain, can help you to see more clearly just how far you've come, and how much more life there is yet to live. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/beautifullybroken/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/beautifullybroken/support

Today I delve into my own shortcomings. How I failed to see and know things others are going through, even when I can't possibly have known. I know... What the heck? But we all do this, don't we? We judge ourselves, not others, even when it is not warranted. We withdraw into ourselves and listen to the lies we tell ourselves out of guilt, shame or fear. Today I want every one to take back their belief in themselves and know that All Are Welcome Here! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/beautifullybroken/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/beautifullybroken/support

Today's Real Talk is right from the recent events in my life. Dealing with my own health issues has been hard, but adding the health issues of my parents, and trying to help them navigate new territory, has been really hard. It has made me see just how lonely I am at times, and it has made me appreciate my friends and family... especially my Widow Family who have been supporting me, helping me, getting out of the house and taking care of me when I'm not feeling well during our travels. One is the loneliest number, but I have faith that my ONE will show up when it's time and until then, I will continue to be me, warts and all, and show my love and appreciation to those who have been, and continue to be, here for me when I need them. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/beautifullybroken/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/beautifullybroken/support

Welcome to another episode of Faces of Joy in Pain. Today I have a conversation with a dear friend, Sabrina, who has been a jewelry designer & artisan for 10 years, As a busy mom of 4, a wife and craftsperson running a successful business life gets hectic. Add in health issues with her daughter and the time spent researching how to help her daughter to be healthy again, and Voila! Out of the pain and anguish of the trials of trying to find a way to help her daughter, a new passion and purpose was discovered. Sabrina has found a new source of Joy and fulfillment as a Health and Nutrition Coach, helping others to find ways to become healthier, not just in body, but in mind and soul as well. Her passion for creating her exquisite jewelry has not waned, instead she has found that in following her heart, she now has 2 businesses that satisfy the creative and the nurturing sides of her personality. She has discovered that in doing so, she is found that instead of giving to others and leaving nothing for herself, she is getting back all that she gives and more. Now that, my friends, is what living your purpose and being true to yourself is all about. Sabrina is currently accepting new clients- whether you are looking for ways to live a healthier lifestyle, lose weight or have medical issues that require some changes in daily diet and habits- Sabrina is your girl! To learn more about Sabrina, or to schedule a consultation with her, click one of the links below! IG : www.Instagram.com/sabrinahigginbotham website: www.letsgetnutrition.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/beautifullybroken/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/beautifullybroken/support